The Third Prince Of Darkness

Chapter 163 - 163: Eva

After spending some time with Roxanne and Ellera, we left the unity to attend our classes. There was no strict requirement to attend classes at the academy, or rather, you could decide whether to attend classes as long as you didn't exceed a certain minimum. However, since I was approaching that limit because of the tournament and my visit to Asina, I began walking towards the academy's magic department to attend one of the classes.

Looking back, I realized there were a few things I needed to do. First, I had to get closer to Princess Catherine. Then, it would be good to spend some time with Evangeline. Similarly, I needed to take things to the next level with Ellera. Apart from that, I might need to meet with Kayle. Of course, I could never neglect Roxanne.

Now that I think about it, having a harem, or at least potentially having one, was quite exhausting. Although I didn't put much effort into seducing women, I had quickly found myself surrounded by a considerable number of them. Now, there was also the dragon princess and the demon princess pursuing me.

With a deep sigh, I entered the classroom. I realized that the entire class's attention had been on me for a longer period than usual. After all, my performance during the tournament and what I had accomplished with Arthur fake identity, combined with my identity as a prince, made it quite normal for me to be somewhat of a celebrity at the academy. Slowly, I made my way to my seat and began waiting for the professor without speaking.

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The class went as expected. It couldn't be said that I learned anything new, but I didn't expect to learn something groundbreaking from just one class. However, at least I could practice what I already knew. As I was leaving the classroom, I noticed a few people, especially women, trying to talk to me, but I politely rejected them and kept moving. I had already re

This question quite surprised me. But indeed, day by day, I was being seen as a more distant person, just as Evangeline had said. "I don't know… I guess it's just my nature," I replied.

"Do you know how intimidating your gaze and aura can be? Maybe it's the influence of the dragon essence you were given. But I don't think it's a bad thing. I find your new aura both frightening and awe-inspiring."

Evangeline's words echoed within me. Truly, my aura had changed recently. I guess, My cold demeanor, combined with my inner strength, made me seem more distant and mysterious than ever. I wasn't sure when I first noticed it, but seeing how carefully Evangeline was studying me was a bit surprising. In her eyes, it was obvious that she admired and cared for me, but there was also a hint of concern. Or sadness?

"I… didn't know that," I said with a slight smile, though I also felt a kind of uncertainty. "I guess I didn't think about it that much. But do you think it's… a good thing to be intimidating in your eyes?" I asked, with a somewhat teasing tone.

Evangeline smiled, but this time her smile was deeper, more meaningful. "Yes, I think it's a good thing," she said, standing slowly beside me. "Because everything about you is captivating, Ethan. Both intimidating and mesmerizing… and that only strengthens you."

Towards the end of her sentence, the slight tremor in her voice made me feel her deep attachment to me even more clearly. In that moment, I took a step closer to her, pulling back a bit of the distance within myself. I softened the harshness in my eyes and looked at her more closely.

"Is it only when you look from the outside that you feel this way?" I asked, gathering a bit of courage in a more sincere manner. I gave her a meaningful glance, because something had truly begun between us, but I still wasn't sure how to express it.

Evangeline, bringing her face a little closer, said, "Yes," her voice softening. "Sometimes, when I look at you, I feel something stir inside me. Even if I don't show it, I feel every moment, every movement of yours within me. Being with you… it feels so natural."

At that moment, everything seemed to stop. Time seemed to freeze. We began melting the tension between us, somehow, through the strength of the connection that had formed. It became impossible to suppress the emotions I was feeling inside. Despite my attempts to stay distant, my true feelings began to surface.

There was a sparkle in Evangeline's eyes. For a moment, it felt as though the entire academy, all the surrounding people, had disappeared. It felt like it was just the two of us. The gaze of a woman who was watching me so carefully, wanting to be with me, It felt more intimate and special than many moments.

I took another step closer. I slowly reached my hand towards hers, and when our hands touched, I felt the rapid beating of Evangeline's heart.

"Eva, I actually came here to ask you out on a date."